H. CH 65 Headax

Question 1

11. The patient in the ED has just had a diagnostic lumbar puncture. To reduce the incidence of a post- lumbar puncture headache, what is the nurses most appropriate action?
    A) Position the patient prone.
    B) Position the patient supine with the head of bed flat.
    C) Position the patient left side-lying.
    D) Administer acetaminophen as ordered.

Answer 1

A) Position the patient prone.